"I know. That old fox Jiang Wansui will use this chance to probe the path into Jiangnan Province, and test the waters of the Wuwei Sect."
Jiang Yunxian lazily stretched her arms: "Come to think of it, we've been at peace with you for so many years..."
"Let's treat this as a warm-up."
"You..." Lou Hechuan hesitated, unsure what to say.
"Don't worry, Elder Lou. You're important—all else fails, I'll make sure you're safe." Jiang Yunxian promised.
"What do I need to do?" Lou Hechuan asked in a low voice.
"Don't do anything." Jiang Yunxian paused slightly, then added: "That young man named Zhang Fan—don't let him get too deep."
"Zhang Fan? Is he one of yours, too?" Lou Hechuan's eyebrow twitched.
"What do you mean 'too'?" Jiang Yunxian chuckled: "Elder Lou, you're too sensitive. That young man is closely tied to Zhenwu Mountain. He's useful if kept around."
"I understand."
Lou Hechuan gazed at Jiang Yunxian for a long moment, then slowly stood up.
